MONARCH GREEN
Land off Foxlydiate Lane, Webheath
Development Delivery and Promotional Document November 2014
MONARCH GREEN
Land off Foxlydiate Lane, Webheath MONARCH GREEN
Chapter 1: Chapter 2: Chapter 3: VISION INTRODUCTION ASSESSING THE CONTEXT: LOCAL 1.1. The Vision 8 2.1. Document Objectives and Structure 14 1.2. Design Approach 3.1. Historic Context and Philosophy 10 2.2. Planning Policy Context 16 and Settlement Structure 28
2.3. The Site 20 3.2. Transport and Movement 32
2.4. Proposal Overview 24 3.3. Local Facilities 36 3.4. Landscape and Visual 38
3.5. Local Character 42
3.6. Summary of Key Local Design Drivers 54
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Chapter 4: Chapter 5: Chapter 6: ACCESSING THE MASTERPLAN AND CONCLUSIONS CONTEXT: THE SITE DEVELOPMENT 6.1. Conclusions 104 PRINCIPLES 4.1. Water and Drainage 58
4.2. Landscape 60 5.1. Design Principles 72
4.3. Ecology and Biodiversity 62 5.2. Design Concept 74
4.4. Utilities 64 5.3. Land Use 76
4.5. Summary of Constraints 5.4. Phasing and Deliverability 78 and Opportunities 66 5.5. Sustainability 80
5.6. Green Infrastructure 82
5.7. Foot, Bus and Bike 84
5.8. Access and Movement Strategy 86
5.9. Drainage Strategy 88
5.10. Scale and Density 90
5.11. Approach to Character 94
5.12. Spaces and Places 100
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Chapter 1: VISION MONARCH GREEN
1.1. THE VISION
The development at Monarch Green will signal a new chapter in the development of Redditch. It will be underpinned by the creation of a generous green infrastructure which retains existing green capital and incorporates a connected network of sustainable transport routes and spaces. A truly distinctive place will be formed through the retention of important site features and the aspiration to create an exciting new garden neighbourhood for the future.
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GENEROUS GREEN CONNECTED DISTINCTIVE A NEW GARDEN INFRASTRUCTURE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Regard existing green capital Providing the opportunity Re-define the quality of the The proposals will reflect the on site as an important asset to for transport choice; making northern suburban interface of aims and aspirations of RCBD structure the proposals. This sustainable travel attractive Redditch with the countryside. 1.1 policy. should be maintained within and convenient. generously proportioned green Create a development which Create a new walkable spaces to form the spine of the Form a connected network of is inherently distinctive due neighbourhood where key development. green and urban connections to the incorporation of major facilities are located on the within the site and to wider existing green infrastructure doorstep. Provision of multi-functional destinations. The proposals and mature planting. green areas that are arranged should respond to key desire Provide a new local centre to to provide a legible and lines to Monarchs Way and Celebrate the integration aid the creation of a thriving meaningful structure. Sustrans Route 5. of development with the and happy neighbourhood that landscape through the encourages social interaction Fully connected green spaces Promote connections to the retention and enhancement of and community pride. which link existing assets on wealth of facilities located in visual linkages and responding and off site with new amenity Redditch town centre. to the topography. Using the Garden City spaces. principle of ‘street pictures’, Encourage and enhance social Ensure a generosity of space create legible and attractive View the setting of Spring connections between the new within green space and the streets as places, providing the Brook as a unique and and existing community. development as a whole; best setting for the house and attractive asset. The creation setting the site apart from its garden to deliver a desirable of Spring Brook Walk will other new developments and home. form a major new countryside setting a landmark for creating edge, providing a linear space a garden neighbourhood for for recreation, wildlife habitat the future. creation and play.
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1.2. DESIGN APPROACH AND PHILOSOPHY
The design approach is to 1.2.1. Our approach to the masterplan is »» The creation of an accessible and create a distinctive place holistic; considering a range of social, permeable development that seeks to economic and environmental elements, as set promote sustainable modes of transport. that offers a high quality out on the diagram opposite. The diagram »» Maximise opportunities to enhance the also explains how these elements can of life and benefits for quality of the site and surrounding area contribute to the creation of a sustainable all. This will be achieved wherever possible, in particular with and vibrant new community. Key themes to regard to landscape and ecology. through the creation of a the approach are; landscape led development 1.2.2. These key themes have guided the »» Create a sense of community pride and that encourages well-being design process to create a responsive and site ownership, with the provision of new specific masterplan. The design process has and community interaction, facilities that benefit new and existing included a comprehensive assessment of the whilst promoting residents. site and local context; these findings have sustainable modes of »» Respond to and reflect positive character informed a series of strategies and principles transport. cues found in Redditch and the which seek to deliver the vision set out at the surrounding area. start of this document. »» Focussing on healthy, happy living through the provision of a high quality green infrastructure that accommodates a range of uses.
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Chapter 2: INTRODUCTION MONARCH GREEN
2.1. DOCUMENT OBJECTIVES AND STRUCTURE
This Development 2.1.1. This document has been prepared in SITE ANALYSIS Promotion Delivery August 2014 and is submitted to reaffirm the decision by the Local Planning Authorities, 2.1.6. Analysing the site in respect of various Document has been Bromsgrove District Council (BDC) and planning and design considerations, such as prepared on behalf of Redditch Borough Council (RDC) to allocate access and movement, landscape, ecology, Heyford Developments the site for development. archaeology and drainage.
Limited by Barton Willmore 2.1.2. Key objectives of this document are; and other specialist MASTERPLAN AND »» To provide an up to date assessment DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES consultants. It supports demonstrating that development at proposals at Monarch Green Monarch Green is an appropriate, 2.1.7. Presenting the draft concept plan (named as Site 1 Foxlydiate sustainable and deliverable location for a and discussing various aspects of the in RCBD 1.1 Policy) in new garden neighbourhood. proposals including land use, phasing and sustainability. Webheath, Redditch. »» To assist further discussion with the Local Planning Authorities, relevant stakeholders and the local community. PLACE-MAKING »» To set out a vision for the site and show 2.1.8. Focussing on how elements such as scale, how this can be realised through the density and landscape can help to aid a provision of a concept masterplan and distinct identity and sense of place. supporting strategies.
2.1.3. The document is set out in the following CONCLUSIONS sections;
2.1.9. A summary regarding the suitability and INTRODUCTION deliverability of the proposed development.
2.1.4. An introduction to the site and an overview of the proposals.
CONTEXT
2.1.5. An overview of relevant planning policy, physical, demographic, social, economic and technical considerations which the proposals are seeking to respond to.
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Wider Site Location plan
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2.2. PLANNING POLICY CONTEXT
Land at Foxlydiate Lane is 2.2.1. Redditch Borough Council and EXAMINATION IN PUBLIC OF allocated for 2,800 dwellings Bromsgrove District Council, building upon EMERGING PLANS a previous consultation in 2010, have sought in the emerging Borough to identify land to meet this shortfall. 2.2.3. The Bromsgrove and Redditch of Redditch Local Plan submission plans are currently being 2.2.2. The Housing Growth Development no 4 (BORLP4) and the examined by a Planning Inspector. The first Study, published January 2013, is a stage of the examination took place during Bromsgrove District Plan, joint report prepared by both councils June 2014, where the Inspector considered to recommend a location (or locations) both published September whether the authorities had met the duty of sufficient capacity to sustainably 2013. Redditch Borough to cooperate and had accurately identified accommodate the required level of Redditch their objectively assessed needs for the plan Council identified a housing growth. The appraisal process considered 20 period. need of circa 6,400 dwellings potential locations around Redditch town. within the plan period to Following a broad appraisal of these sites 2.2.4. The Inspector published his Interim 2030, however can only a number were discounted and a focused Conclusions on 18 July 2014 and confirmed appraisal was then carried out to consider that both Local Authorities had met the duty demonstrate capacity for the most sustainable sites in more detail. to cooperate and that Redditch’s “robust 3,000 dwellings within It was concluded that the Site 1 Foxlydiate objective assessment of the Borough’s Redditch Borough, leaving (Area 4) and Site 2 Brockhill (Area 6) were overall housing needs amounts to a figure the most suitable locations for housing a shortfall of approximately of some 6,300 dwellings net over the plan growth to meet the needs of Redditch (See period. This is slightly lower than the 6,400 3,400. plan opposite). The Foxlydiate site therefore figure that is planned for in the BORLP4.” relates specifically to Redditch Borough’s However Bromsgrove District Council were housing needs. asked to carry out further work to ensure that an objective assessment of housing needs in Bromsgrove District is undertaken to take account of economic evidence and present realistic data on the impact of the forecast jobs increase in Bromsgrove District on local commuting patterns.
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2.2.5. Bromsgrove District Council provided the Inspector with an updated report on 29 August 2014 which suggests their housing needs figure does not need to be amended from the 7,000 dwellings requirement in their plan. The Planning Inspector responded to the Bromsgrove District Council on 4 September 2014 agreeing that the delayed sessions should now be reconvened.
2.2.6. This has resulted in the BORLP4 examination taking place during September 2014 and the site specific Cross Boundary (including the Foxlydiate site) and Bromsgrove District Plan sessions being scheduled for December 2014. The Inspectors Conclusions are expected in early 2015.
Reddich Cross Boundary Development plan
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REDDITCH CROSS BOUNDARY DEVELOPMENT POLICY
2.2.7. The Bromsgrove District Plan Network. The site should make full use of rate of run-off, maximise recharge to Proposed Submission version incorporating existing walking and cycling routes, such the underlying aquifer and support recommended minor changes (February as Sustrans Route No. 5 and Monarch’s water levels in the Bow Brook. In 2014) has a policy which focuses on Redditch Way. accordance with the objectives of the Cross Boundary Development (RCBD1.1) Water Framework Directive, development »» Provision of a Strategy and Management and is duplicated in the BORLP4 at should ideally contribute towards the Plan for Green Infrastructure which Appendix 1. The emerging Policy RCBD1.7 improvement of, but as a minimum not maximises opportunities for biodiversity states the Foxlydiate site could accommodate: have a deteriorative effect on, the water and recreation, whilst protecting existing “approximately 2,800 dwellings a first school bodies associated with the site. biodiversity habitats and landscape and a Local Centre, including associated geodiversity. »» An appropriate assessment of the community infrastructure.” (Bromsgrove pollution risks to controlled waters on District Plan, Proposed Submission »» Green Corridors are created around Site 1 Foxlydiate will be produced taking Document Tracked Change Version) Spring Brook which are sensitively account of any previous contaminative (February 2014). designed to integrate with the uses on the site including the historic surrounding existing environment and landfill, and the risks associated with the 2.2.8. The site will therefore help to meet landscape. In particular, development proposed uses. some of Redditch’s housing requirement should be respectful and sympathetic up to 2030. A substantial proportion, circa to the topography of the sites, with no »» Proposals for development will need to 44%, of Redditch’s housing requirement is development on prominent ridge lines ensure that sufficient capacity of the therefore planned for the site at Foxlydiate to and where appropriate retain tree lined sewerage systems for both wastewater 2030. boundaries. collection and treatment is provided through engagement with Severn Trent »» Flood risk from the Spring Brook should 2.2.9. The emerging policy lists a number Water Ltd and the Environment Agency be managed through measures that work of planning requirements for the proposed and delivered at the appropriate stage. with natural processes to improve the development at Foxlydiate which should local water environment. Any necessary »» All development must be of a high ensure: measures to mitigate flood risk are to be quality design and locally distinctive to its »» Up to 40% affordable housing with a implemented and flood modelling will be surrounding rural and urban character; flexible mix of house types and tenures. required, which must be outlined in a site contribute to the areas’ identity and create specific Flood Risk Assessment. a coherent sense of place; and respect and »» A Transport Assessment is carried out to enhance the setting of any heritage asset. take into account the cumulative and wide »» Surface water runoff must be managed There should be a continuous network ranging effects of development including to prevent flooding on, around and of streets and spaces, including the new and improved access arrangements. downstream through the use of provision of public open spaces, creating a Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). »» Significant improvements in passenger permeable layout with well-defined streets. A supporting risk assessment will be transport to ensure integrated and regular provided as SuDS techniques may be »» Provision should be made for any bus services connecting both sites to key limited due to Source Protection Zones necessary infrastructure for the effective local facilities. Bus services should be within Site 1 Foxlydiate. delivery of the site. routed through the site, with all dwellings to be located within 250m of a bus stop. »» SuDS proposals must provide an »» Any proposals must not individually or appropriate level of treatment to avoid cumulatively jeopardise the future use of »» Walking and cycling routes are well pollution risks to controlled waters, and any other part of the site (s) or impede the integrated with the Green Infrastructure be designed to achieve the greenfield delivery of sustainable communities.
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HYBRID PLANNING APPLICATION
2.2.10. In conjunction with this Heyford Application task Timescale Developments are also preparing to submit a hybrid planning application (HPA). This Preparation of Hybrid Planning Application (HPA) Autumn/ Winter 2014 would secure outline planning permission Community and stakeholder engagement Spring 2015 for the residential led development of the Submission of HPA Summer 2015 wider site, including appropriate delivery of Determination of HPA Autumn 2015 physical and community infrastructure, open space, local centre and retail facilities. The Discharge of Planning Conditions Autum/ Winter 2015 application would also seek full permission Site Preparation Works Winter 2015 for an initial phase of development, in the Further Reserved Matters Application Spring 2016 form of a hybrid application, in order to ensure minimum delay in delivery of an First Complete Application Summer 2016 implementable planning application and to facilitate commencement on site. 2.2.12. As set out, the HPA will secure detailed permission, subject to discharge of attendant planning permission for the initial phases of planning conditions. Subsequent Reserved 2.2.11. This approach will provide flexibility and minimise risk to delivery of housing on development, which will enable immediate Matters applications will be submitted during the Foxlydiate site. Heyford Developments commencement upon grant of planning 2016. anticipate that the projected programme for submission of an application would be:
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2.3. THE SITE
The site is located within 2.3.1. Bromsgrove is located approximately 2.3.5. The Monarch’s Way footpath runs Worcestershire on the 6.5km to the north west of the site, whereas directly adjacent to and between the site as central Birmingham lies approximately 20km it passes along the south eastern boundary western edge of Redditch, to the north. and Cur Lane. Elsewhere, other public rights approximately 3km west of way can be found within the site near of the town centre. It sits 2.3.2. The ownership area (edged red) the southern boundary of Pumphouse Lane extends to approximately 134.50 hectares and the western boundary of Cur Lane. A across the administrative of agricultural land which falls under the Bridleway also crosses the site connecting boundaries of Redditch control of Heyford Developments. between Cur Lane and Birchfield Lane. Borough Council and 2.3.3. The south eastern edge of the site is Bromsgrove District defined by the residential area of Webheath. VIEWS FROM SOUTH Council. Further north the boundary is formed the TO NORTH A448 dual carriageway. By contrast much of the southern and western boundary is more 2.3.6. The view from south to north shows the rural in character, defined by the hedgerow- site within its context of the residential area lined Cur Lane, Gypsy Lane and the Spring of Webheath to the east and the wider urban Brook. area of Redditch beyond. The well defined and established landscape structure found
2.3.4. Undulating rolling landform gives real in the southern part of the site is prominent variety across the site and creates a clear in this image, particularly along the Spring attribute as it rises 61m from its lowest point Brook which forms the western boundary. at the south western ‘tip’ near the Spring Brook to its highest point on the northern boundary near Holyoake’s Farm and the VIEWS FROM NORTH A448. A network of field boundaries creates TO SOUTH a visually contained landscape across much 2.3.7. The view from north to south shows of the site, although the higher ground to the how the fields located in the northern part north is more open with long range views to of the site are more expansive than those the west and south. The rising ground to the found towards the south. The A448 dual east, where the site adjoins the settlement carriageway is a dominant feature along the of Webheath, has a greater degree of visual north eastern boundary, whereas the lower containment that results from the smaller part of Gypsy Lane is also visible. Again, the fields, greater number of hedgerows and residential area of Webheath can be seen mature trees. adjoining the site on its eastern side.
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A448
Gypsy Lane
The Site
Cur Lane
Foxlydiate Lane
Webheath
Pumphouse Lane
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A448
Spring Brook
View of the site from south to north
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Webheath
Cur Lane
The Site
Pumphouse Lane
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2.4. PROPOSAL OVERVIEW
The Concept Masterplan presented opposite shows how the proposals at Monarch Green could be delivered. The development will deliver an attractive, connected and distinctive new garden neighbourhood where people aspire to live.
2.4.1. The following points provide an overview of the proposals;
»» Provision of approximately 2,800 new high quality dwellings that include a mix of tenures and cater to a range of lifestyles. »» An engaging and vibrant new local centre which will form the heart of the new community. It will provide key retail and community facilities to benefit all. »» A new 3 form entry primary school that will be easily accessible to the new and existing community. It forms a key part of the local centre, ensuring the creation of an active and exciting place that is enjoyable to visit »» Attractive and connected new green infrastructure that is shaped by existing site assets including green capital, Spring Brook, views and topography. »» Provision of a truly multi-functional green infrastructure that provides well defined spaces for recreation, physical exercise, play, sport and local food production. »» Plentiful sustainable transport opportunities within the site and to surrounding key destinations.
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Concept Masterplan
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Chapter 3: ASSESSING THE CONTEXT: LOCAL MONARCH GREEN
3.1. HISTORIC CONTEXT AND SETTLEMENT STRUCTURE
An analysis of the historic 3.1.1. Following the dissolution of Bordesley 3.1.4. The towns transport network was environment can provide Abbey in the 16th century the town of overhauled throughout the process of New Redditch emerged, formerly part of the Town development and many of the historic important contextual cues ancient parish of Tardebigge. The early routes were replaced or upgraded by the for shaping the proposed settlement was made up of a small group of introduction of dual carriageways and other development. cottages located on the cross roads that can major A-roads. This included the A448 be found today at Church Green in the town dual carriageway that runs along the north centre. eastern boundary of the site linking Redditch with Bromsgrove. 3.1.2. The Parish of Redditch was founded in
the mid 19th century as the town continued 3.1.5. The site itself appears to have always to grow based on prosperous local industry existed as agricultural land and a number centred on the manufacturing of needles. of historic field boundaries remain today, The settlement expanded along the north particularly within the southern half of to south route linking Birmingham to the site. The residential neighbourhood of Evesham and the road west to Bromsgrove. Webheath is located adjacent to the site on By 1870, completion of the ‘Birmingham to its eastern boundary and was build towards Gloucester Loop’ introduced rail travel to the the end of the 20th century; its urban town which coincided with increasing levels form comprising low density sub-urban of industry that continued into the 20th development. A number of nearby farms can century. be located on maps dating back to pre 1874 and these include Holyoake’s Farm to the 3.1.3. Redditch was later designated as a north west, The Hill Farm to the north east New Town in 1964 which instigated a and Lanehouse Farm to the west. period of major development that saw the population grow from 30,000 to 80,000 (approximate) over 20 years. The majority of this residential development was experienced on the eastern side of the town beyond the River Arrow, but the town also spread west towards the site as the neighbourhoods of Batchley and Webheath were formed.
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A448
Reddich Town Centre The Site
Bromsgrove Road
Birchfield Road
Historic Settlement Growth plan
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CHANGING LANDSCAPE 1905 »» The fields of the site are recognisable but the northern area is 3.1.6. Landscape and settlement character is shaped over time and more divided an appreciation of the stages and activities that have happened in farming practices, in settlement and transport as well as commerce »» The A448 Bromsgrove Highway does not exist and Hewell Lane is can all leave markers in the landscape that contribute to the ‘local the principle road distinctiveness’ (the phrase first invented by Common Ground »» Webheath is a modest rural settlement comprising Springhill, in 1983) of a place. For a new development to have a successful Boxnot and Pumphouse Farms and St Philip’s Church relationship, and achieve a positive interaction with its human context as well as its landscape setting a clear understanding of the history of »» Hennals Wood is considerably larger than today the place can provide invaluable parameters and prompts.
3.1.7. Change in the landscape has been recorded on Ordnance Survey maps for over 100 years and these maps give snap-shots of the site and its setting since 1905.
Historic Map 1905
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1955 1978
»» The fields of the site are still recognisable but the northern area is »» The fields of the site are recognisable: the northern area is now still more divided more open »» The A448 Bromsgrove Highway does not exist and Hewell Lane is »» The A448 Bromsgrove Highway is partially built as far as the the principle road Foxlydiate junction »» Webheath is still a modest rural settlement comprising Springhill, »» Late twentieth century development in Webheath has started and Boxnot and Pumphouse Farms and St Philip’s Church development to the north in Batchley has occurred »» Hennals Wood is still considerably larger than today »» Hennals Wood is still considerably larger than today
Historic Map 1955 Historic Map 1978
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3.2. TRANSPORT AND MOVEMENT
LOCAL HIGHWAY NETWORK SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
3.2.1. The site is well located with regards to Walking accessing Redditch and the surrounding area. The A448 Bromsgrove Highway is 3.2.4. Foxlydiate Lane has footways present on 3.2.6. The site benefits from a number of a dual carriageway road which borders one side of the road along its entirety, until Public Rights of Ways (PRoW) which are the site to the north, and provides access it nears the junction with Birchfield Road, located within the site boundary. This to Redditch, Bromsgrove and the strategic where footway becomes present on both includes Monarch’s Way which is a walk highway network. sides. When using these footways, access of historical significance. These PRoW’s can be gained to other local roads in the provide excellent recreational opportunities 3.2.2. Foxylidate Lane, Church Road, residential area adjacent to the site and to for future residents of the site. Birchfield Road and Heathfield Road are local facilities. roads adjacent to the site, which are subject to 30mph speed limits and cater for existing 3.2.5. A local dentist can be reached within residential areas. These roads provide a ten minute walk from the eastern site connectivity to some local amenities and boundary and two primary schools and a access into Redditch. local shop within a 15 minute walk. The nearest bus stop for the site is within a five 3.2.3. Curr Lane, which runs through the minute walk. site, provides access to local farms whilst Pumphouse Lane, which borders the south of the site provides access to Church Road. Both roads are subject to the national speed limit.
The Monarchs Way adjoins the south eastern site boundary Foxlydiate Lane/Church Road/Curr Lane Junction The A448 adjoins the north eastern boundary of the site
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Strategic Transport and Movement plan
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Cycling Bus
3.2.7. The site benefits from very close 3.2.9. The site benefits from being served by proximity to National Cycle Route 5, which five local bus services providing access to provides direct on-road connectivity into Redditch and Bromsgrove. The nearest bus Redditch and Bromsgrove. stop is located on Birchfield Road, within a five minute walk from the site. The table 3.2.8. Redditch Railway Station, a GP Practice below provides a summary of local bus and a Secondary School can be reached services. within a 10 minute cycle journey from the site, demonstrating the benefits of the site 3.2.10. The X3 and 143 services provide bi- location in relation to local amenities. hourly access to Redditch from the Birchfield Road Bus Stop. The high frequency number 51 service could also be used by residents, which is within a 15 minute walk from the eastern site boundary.
On-road national cycle route on Bromsgrove Road
Bus Number Route Approx. Frequency Operator Mon - Fri Sat Sun 142 Lower Malbrook - Redditch 3 per day No Service No Service Diamond Bus 143 Studley - Hourly Hourly No Service Diamond Bus Alexandra Hospital - Redditch Webheath - Aston Fields - Bromsgrove X3 Redditch - Bromsgrove - Hourly Hourly 3 per day Diamond Bus Chaddesley Corbett - Kidderminster - Stourport on Seven
Summary50 of Bus Services Batchley - Redditch Hourly Hourly No Service Diamond Bus 51 Batchley - Redditch Every 10 minutes Every 10 minutes Every 20 minutes Diamond Bus
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Local Transport and Movement plan
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3.3. LOCAL FACILITIES
EDUCATION LOCAL SHOPS
3.3.1. There are two local primary schools 3.3.3. A local Post Office and Convenience within a 15 minute walk from the eastern Store can be reached within a 15 minute site boundary, in addition to a nursery within walk from the eastern site boundary. a 20 minute walk.Two Middle Schools are Tardebigge Court, located to the north within a 10 minute cycle journey from the west of the site, can be reached within a ten site and a Secondary School within a 15 minute cycle journey. This converted farm minute cycle journey. Therefore, future includes facilities such as a café and Beauty residents of the site are served by a variety of Salon. Future residents can access Redditch educational facilities catering for all school Town Centre within a 15 minute cycle ages in the local area. journey, for a wider variety of shops.
HEALTHCARE EMPLOYMENT AREAS
3.3.2. The nearest dentist to the site is located 3.3.4. The main employment areas in relation on Tynsall Avenue, which is approximately to the site are Redditch and Bromsgrove. within a ten minute walk of the eastern site Both can be accessed using the X3 and 143 boundary. The nearest GP practice can be bus services, which provide bi-hourly services reached within a 10 minute cycle journey on Weekdays and Saturdays. Residents could from the site. also make use of National Cycle Route 5, to access Redditch within a 15 minute cycle journey and the periphery of Bromsgrove within a 20 minute cycle journey.
Webheath Local Centre Formal open space in Redditch town centre Webheath Village Hall
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Local Facilities plan
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3.4. LANDSCAPE AND VISUAL
In overview the site extends 3.4.2. The roll in the undulation of the provides a strong, extensive, character to approximately 134.50Ha landform is distinctive here, and it is made driving boundary to the site. It is rationale more prominent by the reduced number limit to the site land in this northern area. and comprises two broad of boundaries between these very large areas, related by proximity fields: the landform has a highly attractive 3.4.4. Southern area: is the extent of the but with subtle differences in sweep that runs through this northern area. site south of Cur Lane. It has fields that Woodland is not present although there are are generally smaller and frequently more landscape character. small copses or brakes. There is a definition strongly enclosed with more trees and taller here that is partly marked by the line of the hedgerows than the site land to the north. A448 but actually is primarily drawn from The settlement edge runs along the eastern LANDSCAPE BASELINE the pattern of the landform. boundary south of Cur Lane and urban influences are present here with lines of sight 3.4.1. Northern area: this is the extent of 3.4.3. The turn in orientation of the landform to the residential developments on the higher the site between Cur Lane and the A448 that is hugely important in reinforcing the ground at Great Hockings Lane, Blockley Bromsgrove Highway and it contains extent and form of the site in this area. If Close and Delford Close. The landform is generally the largest fields within the site. character area description and planning again a key element in this area. Again the This is an expansive landscape where designations are momentarily put to one side sweep in its orientation gives a definition the lines in the landscape are made most it is the nature of the ground that is most in to the site limits. The broad spur of higher prominently at the site edges: the planting evidence. The undulations run north through ground that Webheath sits on has a long and earthworks of the duel carriageway this area with a clear westerly orientation. north west facing orientation along the and the mature Oaks and Ash trees in the At the northern end the landform changes settlement’s edge with the site but at the site’s hedgerows of Gypsy and Cur Lanes. orientation, through a 90 degree turn, with southern limit the landform again changes groundform wrapping around to face the orientation. At Pumphouse Lane the north south. This has been highlighted in this LVA, westerly orientation sweeps through nearly with the graphics drawn on the topographic 90 degrees to face west and then off site right survey (Fig:12). This ground based element around to a southerly orientation.
On site: Southern area - view north from PRoW near Pump House Lane
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Visual Baseline - views in
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3.4. LANDSCAPE AND VISUAL
VISUAL BASELINE
3.4.5. The PROW’s that cross the site have 3.4.6. The southern area has a number of of their route. Cur Lane is enclosed by tree been walked and evaluated and have been paths running from Pumphouse Lane. These canopies as it drops down the hillside from recorded. The northern area has only a also provide sequential viewpoints on a north Webheath and Gypsy Lane is similar in its few public paths and the Bridle path from and north westerly journey, that are wide tree cover at its northern end. The vegetation Hunters Hill House provides sequential ranging and expansive and that have a north contains potential viewlines; frequently viewpoints on a westerly journey that are westerly orientation off and over the site. limiting viewpoints over the site to just wide ranging and expansive and that have a gateways westerly orientation off and over the site. 3.4.7. The lower lying lanes have hedges and hedgerow trees along significant proportions
On site: Northern area - view south east to Spring Brook Pumping Station and Webheath
On site: Northern area - view east to south east over site to A448 boundary (private land view point)
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3.5. LOCAL CHARACTER
The character and form of 3.5.1. In order to achieve a design response that 3.5.2. The following design elements have been the proposed development is distinctive and has a strong sense of place, assessed in order to help identify the key five character areas have been chosen for the characteristics of each study area: should be influenced by study, including examples within the borough the distinctiveness of its of Redditch and district of Bromsgrove. The »» Urban Form surroundings. Analysis character areas are listed below: »» Built /Plot Form of the existing built »» Oakenshaw Road, Redditch »» Car Parking environment provides »» Abbey Road, Redditch »» Open Space useful character references »» Webheath, Redditch »» Details and Materials which will help to guide the »» Feckenham: local village to the south of creation of a new garden 3.5.3. Together the study of these elements will the site help to inform the masterplan and illustrative neighbourhood for Redditch. »» Belbroughton: a rural village near material presented later in this document. Bromsgrove
Character Areas Location plans
Opposite: Development located on the southern edge of Webheath
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3.5. LOCAL CHARACTER: FECKENHAM
Feckenham is a traditional BUILT /PLOT FORM OPEN SPACE Worcestershire village which »» Generally large plots with a mix of »» Village green forms important element of is characterised by low detached properties and short terraced the local character density development and runs »» Areas for formal sports provision form an a variety of architectural »» Detached properties often sit within interface between development and the styles. square plots, whereas terraced property surrounding countryside plots are longer and more narrow »» Minimal street-trees and planting. »» Dwellings tend to front directly onto the However, trees within private gardens are URBAN FORM street without front gardens or boundary common features which contribute to the treatments green and rural character of the village. »» Low density development »» Properties are predominantly 2 storey. »» Development blocks are structured by primary movement routes DETAILS AND MATERIALS CAR PARKING »» Informal development structure aids the »» General use of red brick facades with creation of a rural character occasional use of white render »» Mix of parking provision including on »» Public space and landscape also shapes plot and on street »» Frequent use of clay plain-tiled roofs with the urban from. a variety of roof pitch »» Some examples of grouped parking in rear courtyards, usually serving terraced »» Dormer windows are common, with some properties. gabled facades.
A variety of architectural styles and materials create a distinct and The use of red brick is a predominant Dwellings overlook the street with small front gardens informal character character feature
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3.5. LOCAL CHARACTER: BELBROUGHTON
Belbroughton is an example BUILT /PLOT FORM OPEN SPACE of how development and »» Generally large plots and dwelling sizes »» Green and informal areas of public open public open space can space are a distinctive character element »» Mix of detached and semi detached positively respond to the of the village. properties, with some short terraced runs existing topography to create »» Open space tends to complement and »» Detached properties often sit within respond to the sloping topography of the an informal and village square plots, whereas terraced property village character. plots are longer and more narrow »» Informal tree planting, hedgerows and »» A number of plots side onto the road to vegetation are all common features of the work with the sloping topography, creating URBAN FORM streetscene. a distinct character »» Relatively low density development »» Properties are predominantly 2 or 2.5 DETAILS AND MATERIALS »» Early development built along main storey. streets with later additions to the rear »» Predominantly red brick facades with the creating large development blocks CAR PARKING occasional use of render. »» Organic, ad-hoc development structure »» Chimneys and ornamentation around »» Mainly on plot parking, with some windows create interest and rhythm »» A mix of dwellings fronting directly on to parking on street and a small number of the street or set back with front gardens parking courtyards. »» Relatively shallow roof pitches with to create an interesting and varied street frequent use of clay plain-tiles scene. »» Occasional use of dormer windows adding variety to the roofscape.
General use of red brick facades with focal buildings highlighted by Informal pockets of open space respond to the topography Terraced properties and increased storey heights are used along the the use of render High Street
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3.5. LOCAL CHARACTER: OAKENSHAW ROAD, REDDITCH
Oakenshaw Road is a 1950s BUILT / PLOT FORM OPEN SPACE suburb to the south east »» Largely semi-detached and terraced »» Open space generally consists of SLOAP, of Redditch town centre. properties set within mid to large size plots usually found at junctions It comprises a suburban with side access »» Grassed verges are common features character. »» Dwellings are set back within the plot of this character area; they help to to allow for a front garden and on plot further emphasise a green and suburban parking character URBAN FORM »» Dwellings are typically 2 storey. »» Tree planting within verges help to »» The area is primarily laid with gently enclose streets and form a valuable addition to the character of the area, curving streets which create linear shaped CAR PARKING blocks particularly avenue street tree planting found on Oakenshaw Road. »» Some blocks are larger, and incorporate »» Car parking mostly provided on-plot small cul-de-sacs. This can impede »» Mix of frontage and side access driveways, pedestrian/cycle movement and legibility with some integral garages DETAILS AND MATERIALS »» Generally medium density development »» Street widths allow for ad-hoc on-street »» Dwellings generally comprise brick »» Hierarchy of routes defined by street parking between driveways. facades and clay roof tiles width and the use of street trees. »» Common use of bay windowed property frontages »» Small brick walls and hedgerows are a consistent boundary feature of front gardens.
Significant areas of tree planting aid the creation of a green, General use of brown brick facades and simple and traditional Long,Xxxx straight streets aid long distance views and help to establish suburban character building forms a sense of rhythm
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3.5. LOCAL CHARACTER: ABBEY ROAD, REDDITCH
Abbey Road is an example of »» The structure and form of development »» Later alternations have seen some garages a 1930’s semi-detached street blocks is clearly defined; all dwellings front introduced as side extensions with on to the street, aiding natural surveillance driveways expanded into front gardens. in central Redditch. It has and activity »» Informal on street parking also occurs a more formal character, between driveway accesses. defined by the common use BUILT/PLOT FORM of semi-detached properties OPEN SPACE and uniform materials and »» Medium density development largely consisting of semi-detached properties set »» Narrow grassed verge located on both side architectural details. within large plots with side access. There of the street which is broken by driveway is also some use of terraces access, with tree planting on both sides of URBAN FORM »» Dwellings along Abbey Road are two the street within the verge. storey with three storey terraces where »» Clipped hedges form boundary features Abbey Road meets Melen Street. Levels »» Abbey Road is a largely straight street, in places aiding the creation of a more formal changes across the street also create character and allowing for long distance some variation in building height; this views to the west which are terminated is effective in creating interest along DETAILS AND MATERIALS with large scale tree planting. To the west, the streetscene and emphasising focal » Dwellings have mix of red brick and the street gently curves as it reaches Melen buildings » white render facades which provide an Street, providing a series of glimpsed »» The use of a largely consistent building interesting contrast which contributes to views to 3 storey terraced properties line emphasises a more formal character the character of the street. »» Abbey Road runs along a contour »» All properties have bay window frontages. therefore, there is a slight level change CAR PARKING across the street. Long front gardens (4-6 »» Chimneys and ornamentation around metres) are used as appropriate, to deal »» Parking is provided on plot within original windows create interest and rhythm. with this change in levels driveways located to the side of the »» Properties have hipped roofs with clay dwellings. plain-tiles
Terraced properties and increased storey heights reflect a more The use of projecting architectural details adds interest to Street tree planting and verges softens the appearance formal character the street scene of the built form
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3.5. LOCAL CHARACTER: WEBHEATH, REDDITCH
Webheath is an example »» Varied treatment of properties located OPEN SPACE of late 20th century sub- at the edges of the urban area, some overlook the surrounding countryside »» Pockets of grassed open space provided urban development which with plot access provided directly or but this generally isn’t well overlooked by is located on the edge of grouped by private drives. surrounding development, which could Redditch adjacent to the site cause security issues BUILT / PLOT FORM »» Some of the original field boundaries are retained to provide established landscape URBAN FORM »» Largely detached properties. corridors crossing the site. However the quality of these features is often degraded »» Low density suburban development built »» Buildings typically sit within mid to large where they form private boundaries in the ‘root and branch’ style comprising size plots front gardens and narrow side cul-de-sacs served by local distributor access »» Grassed verges and trees are used along roads »» Predominantly 2 storey properties with primary movement routes, helping to soften the visual appearance of the built form. »» The layout is car orientated and offers some bungalows. poor connectivity and legibility for pedestrians and cyclists CAR PARKING DETAILS AND MATERIALS »» Building orientation is confused where »» Dwellings generally comprise brick facades properties side or back on to the main »» Car parking is located on plot through with some use of white render. movement routes the provision of frontage driveways »» Properties typically have shallow pitched »» No definitive structure to the urban form, »» Most properties have integral garages roofs which are finished with grey, red or although the original field boundaries »» Opportunity to park informally on street brown concrete pantiles. remain evident in some places. in gaps between driveways. »» Residential boundary features usually comprise low level brick walls and / or clipped hedge at the frontage of properties.
Facade materials largely comprise render and brick Parking is predominantly on-plot The use of cul-de-sacs can impede pedestrian movement and create low quality alleyways that are not overlooked by dwellings
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3.6. SUMMARY OF KEY LOCAL DESIGN DRIVERS
An analysis of each character area has been undertaken to help inform the design decisions within the masterplan and later detailed proposals for Monarchs Green. A number of character generators have been formulated as a result of this analysis, which are set out below:
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URBAN AND BUILT PUBLIC OPEN SPACE STREETS AND CAR ARCHITECTURAL STYLE FORM AND PLANTING PARKING AND DETAILS
»» Development should generally »» Street trees and provision of »» The development should »» The use of simple and consist of 2 to 2.5 storey grass verges in the street, such incorporate a well connected traditional building forms dwellings. Increased storey as those found in Oakenshaw and permeable network of is successful in emphasising heights could be located Road, Abbey Road and streets and spaces that have the massing and scale of along key routes and in Webheath is successful in a clear hierarchy which aids dwellings. other prominent locations to creating an attractive green legibility and way-finding. »» A simple architectural style provide variation and aid a environment which also helps »» The alignment of streets should be developed which legible townscape. to define street hierarchy and contributes to defining the is based on a variety of aid legibility. »» All streets and spaces should character of an area. Longer materials, such as red/brown be overlooked by continous »» Planting within front gardens and straighter streets provide brick, white render and plain building frontages where should be used to soften a level of formality and roof tiles, with a restricted possible, with buildings set the appearance of the allow for long distance views, number of details. back in places to create built environment and can whereas shorter, more curved »» Elements including single and interest along the street scene encourage locally distinctive streets are less formal and double storey bay windows, and provide a transition street scenes. The scale of create glimpsed views. dormer windows, pitches and between the private and planting in front gardens »» Car parking should generally hipped roofs, chimneys and public domain. should be considered to be provided on plot, with detailing around windows ensure that dwellings are not »» The development should additional spaces positively and doors add interest to the completely screened from incorporate a range of designed into the street scene, streetscene and aid a varied view along the street, which densities that are responsive to as appropriate. Some types of townscape. would impact upon levels of uses, street types, topography development, such as terraced natural surveillance. »» Residential boundary and location within the site. dwellings, could have rear treatments should comprise This will aid the creation »» The development should parking however, this should low brick walls and of a varied and distinctive provide high quality open be infrequent and provided planting where appropriate. townscape. spaces that allow for only in small groups. Consideration should be given relaxation, recreation and »» The development should »» Private drives are successful to the scale of planting. play in accessible and safe ensure that plot sizes are in allowing dwellings to locations. Retention of appropriate to the size of attractively overlook green existing established landscape the dwelling, which can be space. features incorporated within dictated by location, density open space helps to create an »» The total level of car parking and character. attractive environment. provided at the development should respond to the level »» Development layout and of demand to ensure that open space should respond parking does not take place in positively to the topography inappropriate locations that and landform of the site, detract from the character of aiding a distinctive character. the place.
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Chapter 4: ACCESSING THE CONTEXT: THE SITE MONARCH GREEN
4.1. WATER AND DRAINAGE
The contour plan/ 4.1.1. Three tributaries of Spring Brook 4.1.3. The geology of the site is made up of topographic survey cross the site, joining Spring Brook on the two distinct areas. The northern area has western site boundary, where it flows in a Bromsgrove Sandstone bedrock overlain of the site shows levels southerly direction. The site is split into by clay and marl. To the south bedrock is vary from an elevation of several catchment areas associated with the made up of Mercia Mudstone overlain by approximately 155m AOD at three tributaries and the Spring Brook on glaciofluvial deposits and Mid Pleistocene- the Western boundary. The site is currently sand and gravel. Infiltration testing has been the northern boundary of the greenfield and has no existing surface water carried out and the shallow soils found to be site, sloping down to 132m or foul sewerage infrastructure. generally impermeable. AOD along the south eastern 4.1.2. There is a small flood plain associated boundary of the site, and with the Spring Brook, but due to catchment 99m AOD in the far south and topographical features, these flood zones west. are very narrow and the site can generally be considered to be in Flood Zone 1 – low risk of fluvial flooding (< 1 in 1000 in any one year).
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Drainage Regime Plan
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4.2. LANDSCAPE
The Landscape and Visual 4.2.1. The following points provide a summary »» The Spring Brook along the future Assessment has recorded of site assessment; countryside boundary of the southern area also has associated tree and how the site has clear »» The higher ground of the site is still hedgerow lines that further strengthen its physical elements that are lower than the ground beyond the site’s line. boundaries north of the A448 and south particularly well defined at »» Again it forms a strong ‘near natural’ into Webheath. its edges. These topographic boundary line that can effectively give »» The shape of the landform, are strong features: landform and the form and character to the edge of the features that define clear and logical limits new development with sympathetic established, prominent to the site and the future development. effectiveness. patterns of native planting »» The containment along the boundaries »» The south eastern edge of the site sits will ensure that the physical is also made by existing planting in the along the current boundary of the containment along the site hedgerows of Cur Lane and Gypsy Lane settlement. containing numerous prominent trees. boundaries will ensure that »» Webheath is on land that rises higher »» The lanes form strong boundary lines that sprawl will not happen. The than the site along this boundary and can effectively give form and character again containment is formed by existing site has clear and potentially to the edge of the new development with elements: the rising landform; the highly successful limits. sympathetic effectiveness. numerous mature trees; and the buildings »» The A448 along the site’s north eastern of Webheath at the edge of the town of edge has landscape belts of structure Redditch. planting. »» The dual carriageway also has significant earthworks that add to the definition of the edge of the site.
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Landscape and Visual Constraints and Opportunities Plan
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4.3. ECOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY
A number of surveys have 4.3.3. Surveys undertaken on behalf of 4.3.4. The proposed development would been commissioned between Heyford Developments comprise surveys for represent the loss of agricultural land of protected species including dormouse, bats lower ecological value however sensitive 2012 and 2014 to determine and great crested newt, otter and water vole. design has ensured that existing hedgerows, the ecological baseline of the Of these species the surveys have confirmed woodland and ponds would largely be site with respect to habitats the presence of foraging bats within the site retained and enhanced. Where the boundary, although no evidence of activity localised loss of more valuable habitats and notable or protected consistent with on-site roosts has been is unavoidable to facilitate access and species. identified. A remnant population of great development, it is considered that the crested newts have been confirmed as being proposed scheme presents an opportunity
4.3.1. Habitats on site are characteristic of present in a pond off-site. While there is no to contribute to long-term habitat gain historical and ongoing agricultural practice evidence of the species identified within the through the development of well-connected with large areas of land in the north being proposed site, the site does support terrestrial multifunctional green/blue infrastructure. dominated by mono-culture arable crops, habitats that could support this species with the southern extents characterised including rough grassland, hedgerows and by smaller fields of grazed pasture and woodland. paddocks. Throughout the site fields are subdivided by established hedgerows and mature trees, with a small number of wooded copse also noted. (See photos 001 / 002)
4.3.2. Agricultural landscapes, particularly those under more intensive use, represent habitats of limited value for ecology and biodiversity, although hedgerows, streams, woodland and pond features are recognised as having greater inherent value and Photo 1 Photo 3 potential for protected and notable species. (Photo 003 / 004)
Photo 2 Photo 4
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Ecological Constraints and Opportunities Scale @ A3 : 7,500 Figure 1
Key
Site Boundary Existing Green Infrastructure ± Potential Green Infrastructure
Existing Blue Infrastructure
Potential Blue Infrastructure
Habitats of Marginal Value
Habitats of Higher Value
Habitats of Higher Value (Off Site)
EcologicalContains Ordnance Constraints Survey and data Opportunities © Crown copyright and database right 2014
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4.4. UTILITIES
EXISTING UTILITIES NEW SUPPLIES
»» Extra High Voltage (66kV) and High »» WPD has confirmed that off-site Voltage (11kV) overhead lines are to be reinforcement is required to accommodate undergrounded. Cable routes and scopes the site at full build out. of work are to be agreed with Western »» Above ground distribution substations (6 Power Distribution (WPD). The routes are to 8 No.) are required within the site. Each likely to follow the proposed estate roads substation requires an area of 5m x 5m. and footways. Western Power Distribution will require »» The existing Localised High Pressure gas the freehold interest in the substation sites. main crossing the site will be retained in- »» NGG has confirmed there is sufficient situ with the masterplan layout designed capacity within the MP gas network to to accommodate National Grid Gas support the site at full build out. (NGG) and HSE requirements. »» A gas governor is required to provide Low »» The existing potable water mains Pressure gas for the site. An area of 10m crossing the site are to be retained in-situ x 10m should be allowed for a compound. with the masterplan layout designed to The gas governor kiosk is to be located accommodate Severn Trent Water (STW) 10m from any habitable buildings. NGG requirements. will require the freehold interest in the gas »» The existing ESSO Pipeline crossing governor site. the site will be retained in-situ with »» STW has confirmed off-site reinforcement the masterplan layout designed is required to accommodate the site at full to accommodate ESSO and HSE build out. requirements. »» Minor amendments may be required to the Medium Pressure (MP) gas network and existing telecommunications infrastructure to accommodate new site entrances. Scopes of work are to be agreed with the affected companies.
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Existing Utilities Plan
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4.5. SUMMARY OF CONSTRAINTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
A comprehensive analysis of the site has been undertaken and the findings have been evaluated to identify key opportunities and constraints relevant to the development of the site. This will ensure that the development at Monarch Green is responsive to important features and can deliver the vision set out at the beginning of the document.
The following points provide a summary of the site assessment and the opportunities it provides.
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Constraints and Opportunities Plan
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LAND USES ACCESS AND MOVEMENT LANDSCAPE AND TOPOGRAPHY
»» The development should explore the »» Pedestrian access can be taken off »» The importance of landform in the opportunity to provide new retail, Foxlydiate Lane and Curr Lane. reinforcement of the site limits. community and education facilities, Cycle access points can be located on »» The shape and nature of the landform: benefitting the new and existing Pumphouse Lane and Gypsy Lane to particularly its containing qualities have community and ensuring that key facilities connect to National Cycle Route 5. been utilized to great effect within the are located within walking distance of »» Vehicle Access points can be located off masterplan. new dwellings. Birchfield Road overbridge and Curr »» Protection of key assets during the »» Be inspired by positive elements of the Lane to connect to Redditch and beyond. construction phase is important as many existing built form (as identified in section »» Internal roads can be designed to allow of the masterplan elements have already 3) to help aid a distinct character and buses to permeate all areas of the site and been placed with particular regard to sense of place. connect the site to existing infrastructure existing elements: hedgerows, Hawthorn »» Use existing important landscape features in the area. Pit, the form and character of the Spring and views to form a strong and connected Brook to set out just a few examples. »» Internal pedestrian and cycle green framework to shape development. infrastructure can be designed to allow »» The objective is to use the land to its ease of access both within the site and to greatest effect without harm to the wider existing local infrastructure. countryside. »» The presence of a number of Public Rights of Ways at the site allows for leisure opportunities for future residents and connectivity to the wider footway/ bridleway network in the area.
Existing tree and hedgerow planting in the southern area of the site Existing overhead powerlines cross through the site
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ECOLOGY ARCHAEOLOGY UTILITIES
»» The site is not ecologically constrained »» An archaeological desk-based assessment »» Surveys have been undertaken to identify by protected species. The proposed has been undertaken and ascertained that existing utilities crossing the site. Routes development would represent the loss of there are a limited number of upstanding will either be diverted or stay in-situ, with agricultural land of lower ecological value archaeological remains within the site. offset distances as appropriate. This will however, sensitive design will ensure that Further investigation will be undertaken to be accommodated within the masterplan. existing hedgerows, woodland and ponds ascertain the degree to which upstanding will be largely retained and enhanced. archaeological remains survive. NOISE »» The development will seek to maximise »» Overall, the historic landscape survives opportunities to enhance biodiversity well in proximity to the proposed »» A noise offset of 20 metres will be and ecology wherever possible. This will development phases, with a significant provided where the site boundary adjoins be implemented through the creation of number of historic and Listed Buildings the A448. green corridors that are integrated with within 1.0km. existing trees and hedgerows and Spring »» There are no conservation areas within Brook. the site boundary. The proposed »» Integrate new habitats and features of development lies within approximately ecological value within the proposals. 50.0m south of the Hewell Grange Conservation Area boundary. »» No listed buildings lie within the site boundary. »» There are no Scheduled Ancient Monuments within 1.0km of the proposed development site boundary.
Pumphouse Lane Existing dwellings adjoining the south eastern site boundary
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Chapter 5: MASTERPLAN AND DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES MONARCH GREEN
5.1. DESIGN PRINCIPLES
Four big ideas underpin 5.1.1. These four ideas form a strong design 3. EXCEPTIONALLY the proposals for Monarch framework for the proposals. They are RESPONSIVE TO IMPORTANT explained below and illustrated on the plan SITE FEATURES Green. These ideas have presented opposite; been informed by the vision, 5.1.5. A comprehensive analysis of the site and an analysis of the site and 1. SIGNIFICANT GREEN surrounding area has highlighted important existing local character. This INFRASTRUCTURE site features which are integral to shaping development and ensuring the creation aims to ensure the creation of a distinctive and site specific character. 5.1.2. The provision of a significant and of an exciting, vibrant connected green infrastructure is a key These features have been embedded within development that is site concept for the proposals. The development the heart of the proposals and thus, the masterplan will respond to existing green specific. will be focused around an active and vibrant green spine comprising existing mature capital, views, topography, desire lines and planting and a range of uses to cater for key surrounding land uses. all. Spring Brook will form a unique and attractive backdrop for new riverside walks 4. CREATING A BEAUTIFUL and spaces to relax, play and enjoy. PLACE
2. A NEW, THRIVING LOCAL 5.1.6. Beauty is important and can take many CENTRE forms. Garden Cities conjure up a certain architectural style in the mind’s eye that is very English and very much of its time. 5.1.3. At the heart of the new Monarchs Green development will be a thriving new local The vision for Monarch Green does not centre comprising key retail, education and dictate aesthetics; it believes that beauty community facilities. It will provide a central should be evolve from the relationship of focal space for the development and be easily the development with nature, the rhythm, accessed via all modes of transport by the proportion and scale of its buildings and new and existing community. spaces and its attention to detail.
5.1.4. The local centre will be designed to encourage and facilitate social interaction through the provision of new facilities and spaces which people enjoy visiting.
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5.2. DESIGN CONCEPT
The concept masterplan CONNECTED »» A distinctive character will be encouraged presented opposite through the retention of views within »» Vehicular access to the development will the site and to the surrounding area as further evolves the design be taken from Birchfield Road, Foxlydiate appropriate. Existing landscape features principles and shows how Lane and Cur Lane. within the site will be celebrated, with green capital retained and enhanced the proposals for Monarch »» As part of the new access arrangements within new areas of open space. Green could be realised. the section of Cur Lane that adjoins the site boundary will be closed to vehicles. This provides an exciting opportunity for A NEW GARDEN GENEROUS GREEN this to become a new green route that NEIGHBOURHOOD INFRASTRUCTURE provides for easy pedestrian and cycle movement. »» The development will provide new key »» The retention of existing green capital retail, education and community facilities »» Existing pedestrian and cycle linkages and the provision significant green spaces that will form an exciting focal space to within the site will be retained wherever has underpinned the masterplan concept. serve the new and existing community. possible and integrated with a new The masterplan incorporates a connected They are easily accessible via sustainable network of attractive and accessible network of multi-functional green spaces modes of transport. routes. The proposals have maximised that provides areas for formal sport, access to Monarch’s Way and Sustrans »» The establishment of a strong landscape informal and formal play, recreation, Route 5 through the provision of framework aims to ensure a generosity relaxation and local food growth. additional pedestrian/cycle points at key of open space within the development, »» Spring Brook Walk forms a focal space points along the site boundary. further enhanced by significant amounts for the development and provides an of new strategic and street tree planting. »» The creation of a permeable development attractive link from the southern part with a clear hierarchy of streets ensures »» A high quality place will be created of the site to formal parkland and open that key facilities and spaces are accessible that is underpinned by garden city and space to the north, in addition to creating by the new and existing community best practice urban design principles. a soft green edge between the site and its via sustainable forms of transport. The Development parcels will be structured surroundings. potential provision of a bus route also by green infrastructure and a connected »» The proposals place a strong emphasis links the site with wider destinations and network of streets that has a clear on wildlife habitat creation within areas key facilities in Redditch. hierarchy, with dwellings fronting onto of open space. Both blue and green streets and spaces wherever possible. infrastructure will be designed to enhance biodiversity and ecology wherever DISTINCTIVE possible. »» A truly unique place will be created which draws on existing important site features and positive design elements of Redditch and its surrounding settlements. »» The proposals seek to promote community pride and social interaction through the creation of a safe and accessible network of spaces and places which are enjoyable destinations to visit.
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5.3. LAND USE
The land use masterplan, RESIDENTIAL PUBLIC OPEN SPACE presented opposite is based 5.3.1. The development will provide 5.3.4. A significant amount of public open on the concept masterplan. approximately 2,800 dwellings space (54ha) will be provided. This will This plan defines the extent (accommodated within approximately 72ha include strategic planting, attenuation areas, of the proposed land uses. of residential development land) in a range areas for formal and informal play, formal of types and tenures. The approach to sport, allotments and recreation spaces. development phasing is detailed in section 5.4. ACCESS AND MOVEMENT
MIXED USE LOCAL CENTRE 5.3.5. Main vehicular access to the site will be taken from Birchfield Road. Vehicular access
5.3.2. A new local centre is proposed for the to the site is also proposed to be taken via development which occupies approximately Foxlydiate Lane and Cur Lane. All access 1ha. This will include retail uses and a points will be specifically designed to cater community building. for buses, pedestrians and cyclists.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
5.3.3. The development will provide a new 3 form entry primary school on a 3ha site.
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Masterplan proposal Plan
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5.4. PHASING AND DELIVERABILITY
In supporting a future 5.4.4. The aim will be to meet the 5.4.8. The following provides a breakdown of planning application for infrastructure requirements set out within the key infrastructure necessary to support BORLP4/ BLP in relation to the site, as the development, along with an indication of the development of the well as the identified needs set out in the likely phasing; Foxlydiate site, we will Council’s IDP. In addition, the project prepare a Phasing and will deliver a co-ordinated approach to Infrastructure Indicative Phased contributions towards off-site infrastructure Delivery Infrastructure Delivery provision, where this is identified as being Local Centre Linked to Phase 1c – Plan, which will outline a needed. -Retail 600 units high level phasing strategy Floorspace 5.4.5. A key objective will be to demonstrate, to demonstrates how for each key piece of ‘significant/strategic’ Education Linked to Phase 1c – phased infrastructure can infrastructure that there is certainty Primary School - 600 units be implemented across the regarding: First School whole site throughout the Health Linked to Phase 1c »» Levels of funding; New Surgery (Local Centre) – 600 lifetime of the project. »» Delivery, including timing ; units »» Identification of key delivery risks; and Emergency Potentially Phase 1c 5.4.1. The diagram opposite demonstrates the Services – 600 units manner in which it is envisaged that the site »» Confirmation that relevant ‘statutory’ Office Space/ would be able to be brought forward based stakeholders (such as Natural England contributions upon the key infrastructure and planning gain and the Environment Agency etc) can Leisure Facilities Part 1c linked to requirements. be satisfied the development would meet Public Open School provision – their requirements. 5.4.2. Importantly, the phasing diagram Space 600 units illustrates that the key access arrangements 5.4.6. With regard to ‘off-site’ significant/ Changing Rooms Phase 2c - 966 units, would be delivered at an early stage in order strategic infrastructure, a similar approach Community Hall Potentially linked that development can take place within Phase is taken to provide certainty in relation to: space to Phase 1c (Local 1 from A448 and Foxlydiate Lane to enable Centre) – 600 units housing construction across two fronts. »» Levels of funding contributions; and Library Space Potentially linked to »» The timing of funding contributions. provision/ Phase 1c – 600 units. 5.4.3. The following table sets out the proposed contribution initial phasing of the development and which 5.4.7. Detailed phasing arrangements will be supports the BORLP Housing Trajectory; negotiated through the delivery of a future Green Green Space planning applications, along with s106 Infrastructure infrastructure to be Phase Number of Dwellings Heads of Terms which will ensure that provided on a phase Completions there is a clear and defined mechanism for by phase basis. 1a 230 securing delivery. Affordable Delivery through the Housing development on a 1b 186 phase by phase basis. 1c 255 Off site highways Phased to meet 2a 197 and travel plan the technical 2b 168 initiatives requirements of 2c 173 WCC. Total 1209
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* Dwelling numbers calcualted using an average density of 38 dph
Phasing Plan
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5.5. GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
The realisation of the 5.5.1. This Landscape and Visual Impact 5.5.4. In all locations around the edges of importance of landform in Assessment is at an early stage but the study the site, development is held back from the has recorded how the site has clear physical existing boundaries behind areas of green the reinforcement of the site elements that are particularly well defined space, either existing: along Foxlydiate Lane limits has been identified in at its edges. These topographic features: and the A448, or supplementing existing: the work within the LVIA. landform and the established, prominent along the Spring Brook and Cur Lane. patterns of native planting will ensure that The shape and nature of the the physical containment along the site 5.5.5. The objective is to use the land to its landform: particularly its boundaries will ensure that sprawl will not greatest effect without harm to the wider containing qualities have happen. The site has clear and potentially countryside. This scheme looks to use the highly successful limits. site land without waste. The intention is to been utilized to great effect use the land to greatest effect and to use as within the masterplan. 5.5.2. A major development of this scale little land as is required and to use it well. with a site extending to well over 100 It is a credible and contained scheme with hectares will take time to construct. The strong boundaries defined by landform and implementation of strategic infrastructure: by existing planted patterns: the hedgerows including landscape infrastructure, may of the lanes and roads. It will also relate be an early event in the realisation of the successfully with the wider setting of the development. Protection of key assets during countryside of north east Worcestershire. the construction phase is important as many of the masterplan elements have already been placed with particular regard to existing elements: hedgerows, Hawthorn Pit, the form and character of the Spring Brook to set out just a few examples.
5.5.3. The proposed ‘Green Spine’ runs the long length of the northern area. It sits on a vista and is placed to take full advantage of the attractive environment that has been identified in this LVA. Cross lines, similar to the pattern of many of the field boundaries over both north and south areas, are suggested as ‘Green Links’.
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Landscape Framework Plan
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5.6. FOOT, BUS AND BIKE
It is proposed that the 5.6.1. The internal pedestrian and cycle 5.6.4. It will be ensured that travelling by bus Transport Strategy for infrastructure will connect to existing walking is encouraged to be seen as a viable and and cycling links in the area, including to attractive travel mode by residents. This the site will involve the national cycle route 5. could be achieved by upgrading the number construction of internal 143 bus service to a 20 minute frequency footways and cycleways 5.6.2. All existing Public Rights of Ways will be during the peak hours. At later stages, it is maintained as part of proposals. envisaged that a new bus service could be designed to allow implemented on site. It is proposed that 5.6.3. The developer is strongly committed to sustainable and safe access where practically possible, all dwellings will encouraging sustainable travel on site. This be within 250m of a bus stop. across the site. will be achieved through the production of a Framework Travel Plan, which will outline a comprehensive set of measures aimed to influence travel behaviour. A Travel Plan Coordinator will also be appointed to actively promote sustainable travel and advise residents on the options of sustainable travel modes available to them.
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Bus Foot Bike Plan
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5.7. ACCESS AND MOVEMENT STRATEGY
VEHICULAR ACCESS 5.7.2. Vehicular access to the site is also INTERNAL ROAD NETWORK proposed to be taken via the existing Curr
5.7.1. It is proposed that the main vehicular Lane/ Foxlydiate Lane/Church Road/Great 5.7.5. The internal site layout will be designed access point to the site will be taken in the Hockings Lane Junction. It is proposed that a to include a continuous network of streets form of a signalised junction, located to the section of Curr Lane will be realigned to the and spaces, including the provision of west of the Birchfield Road over-bridge. north so that access can be provided directly public open spaces, to create a permeable Each arm will have an advanced cycle stop into the site. layout with well-defined streets. A myriad line, in order to provide cyclist priority at the of streets will be constructed on site and 5.7.3. A Priority Junction will also be junction. This main vehicular access provides will be influenced by Manual for Street constructed at Curr Lane, allowing further excellent connectivity for residents travelling guidance. Primary and secondary routes vehicular access to the site. to Redditch, surrounding areas such as will be constructed, including bus loops, Bromsgrove and to the strategic highway to accommodate for future diversions of 5.7.4. All three access points provide access network. existing bus services into the site. to in the internal road network, which will be specifically designed to cater for buses, pedestrians and cyclists.
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Access and Movement Plan
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5.8. DRAINAGE STRATEGY
The proposed surface 5.8.1. The strategy seeks to provide traditional 5.8.4. In summary, the preliminary surface water drainage strategy basin or pond storage at the bottom of each water drainage strategy seeks to largely catchment, before discharging at an agreed mimic the existing drainage regime of will seek to replicate the rate of discharge on and off-site to existing the site, while providing an element of existing drainage regime of watercourses. Upstream, additional SuDS betterment to reduce peak discharge from the site as far as possible. storage will be provided in the form of the site and therefore reduce the off-site risk pervious paving, swales, ditches and other of flooding along Spring Brook. The overriding objective structures where suitable . is to ensure that the site 5.8.5. STW has undertaken sewer modelling to can be suitably drained 5.8.2. On-site SuDS will be designed to assess the potential impact of the proposed accommodate the 1 in 100 year event plus development on the foul sewerage system. without creating any new climate change (+30%) rainfall event with This modelling suggests there are various flood risk on or off-site; and no additional increase in flows over the options for accommodating the flow from the where possible, to provide equivalent existing greenfield discharge rate, site. One of the proposed options includes a betterment over the current thus providing a 30% betterment in the new pumping station on-site, pumping to an future. upgraded gravity system and discharging to situation. This is achieved the Redditch sewage treatment works. principally by the use 5.8.3. The utilisation of SuDS features not only allows the rate of discharge from the site to of Sustainable Drainage be controlled, but also provides water quality Systems or SuDS. benefits by allowing natural processes to remove pollutants.
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Drainage Strategy Plan
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5.9. SCALE AND DENSITY
The proposals will DENSITY comprise a variety of scales 5.9.2. The development largely comprises 5.9.4. Higher density development is located and densities that are low and medium density development (30 in the central and north eastern areas of appropriate to the site and -37dph), reflecting the character area studies the site, responding to the location of the local context. This variety undertaken in section 3.5 and important site primary movement route and the aspiration will also help to achieve a features, as identified in sections 3 and 4. to achieve a formal character in these areas. It is envisaged that the local centre will distinctive character with a 5.9.3. Low and medium density development accommodate the highest density level (upto unique sense of place. is predominantly located in the south and 60dph); emphasising it as a key landmark northern areas of the site. These areas location for the development. This density respond to important site features, including 5.9.1. The proposed strategies for scale and could be achieved through the provision of topography, location and existing green density are illustrated on the plans presented flats. infrastructure. However, these density ranges here; will also ensure good levels of enclosure and natural surveillance are created along movement routes and large scale open spaces.
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SCALE
5.9.5. The proposals will incorporate a variety 5.9.7. The use of 2.5 storey dwellings provides of storey heights to ensure the creation of a the opportunity for increased storey heights distinctive and legible development. These to be used, where appropriate on a corner or storey heights will vary between two and four focal location to aid the creation of a legible storeys depending on the location within the and cohesive townscape. site, topography and densities. 5.9.8. Increased storey heights will be used in
5.9.6. The proposals will predominantly the central part of the site to emphasise key consist of development up to 2 and 2.5 uses within the local centre and ensure a storeys. Development up to 2 storeys will strong, well defined frontage is created along be located in higher parts of the site where the primary movement route. Thus, storey the topography is sloping and to ensure heights up to 3 and 4 storeys will be located the creation of soft green edges where within along the primary movement route development adjoins open space. It will also and local centre (respectively) at appropriate be located in areas where the site adjoins locations. existing development, aiming to ensure that the amenity and privacy of existing 5.9.9. A significant amount of existing properties is respected. green capital is provided on site – this has been retained wherever possible. Further enhancing this by the provision of new areas of tree planting and open space will help to ensure that the appearance of development is softened through the creation of layers of tree line and roof line.
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Scale Plan
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5.10. APPROACH TO CHARACTER
The proposals will have a PRINCIPLES TO INFORM THE APPROACH TO CHARACTER unique character and strong 5.10.1. The legibility framework plan establishes corridors. These corridors are structured sense of place. This will be a number of important character generators to retain existing mature tree planting achieved through careful for the development. These character and hedgerows and allow for plentiful consideration of important generators support the urban design views to areas of green space. They form site features, best practice principles that underpin the concept plan an integral part of the masterplan and and provide a framework to help guide the provide a strong framework for structuring urban design principles and creation of a distinctive development. development. an analysis of the existing »» Key frontages could be located along 5.10.2. Key character generators are set out the primary movement route and at built form. Principles for below and illustrated on the Legibility the interface between development shaping character and place- Framework Plan; and significant areas of open space, as making are set out below; »» A strong and continuous green interface appropriate. This could be expressed is located along the western site boundary. by the use of a key building form, This aims to aid the creation of a architectural detail/material or the use of sensitive and attractive interface between an increased building height. A number the development and surrounding of key buildings are also identified on the countryside. This route also responds plan to emphasise a key view or corner to the setting of Spring Brook and within the development. accommodates significant retained and »» The local centre will form a focal space enhanced blue/green infrastructure. for the development, emphasised through »» The proposals incorporate a series of the use of increased storey heights and green nodes that are largely shaped by densities. It will also comprise a landmark the retention of existing green capital building to aid legibility and the creation on site and long distance views. They of a strong sense of place. provide important community spaces 5.10.3. The proposals will also be informed that encourage well-being and social by the character generators outlined in the interaction. summary of section 3.6. This will ensure that »» Both the green frontage and nodes are the proposals respond to and reflect positive linked via a connected network of green elements of the character areas studied;
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ILLUSTRATIVE CHARACTER AREAS
5.10.4. The development proposes seven distinct 2. Spring View »» Streets are shorter and curving, character areas which seek to respond to emphasising an informal character and a existing site features, location and variations »» A more formal character. series of glimpsed views to open spaces. in density, scale and formality. The character »» The character area largely incorporates »» Lower and medium density development, areas location plan shows the extents of the a grid structure of development. The up to 30 dph and 37dph respectively. seven proposed character areas. They are; formality of this is softened by the general »» Development will comprise up to 2.5 use of curving streets and small pockets of storeys. 2.5 storey dwellings could be 1. Monarch Green Village open space within development parcels. located along the primary movement »» Formal character and spaces. »» The character area is permeated by route, on a corner or where development green corridors, providing easy access to overlooks open space as appropriate. »» Higher density circa 45 - 60 dph. Monarch Green Village, Foxlydiate Link »» Increased storey heights of up to 4 storeys and Spring Walk. 4. Paddock Wood around the local centre to emphasise »» Predominantly higher density it as a focal space for the development. »» Suburban and green character. development (up to 45 dph) with areas of Residential development adjoining the medium density development south of »» The urban form has been structured by southern boundary will be two storeys, Curr Lane. existing tree planting and Paddock Wood, responding the existing built form of the key space for the character area. Webheath. »» Development will range from 2-3 storeys, depending on location. »» A mix of long and straight and gently »» Long and continuous building frontages. curving streets, emphasising a more »» Long and straight streets to aid the 3. Spring Walk informal and suburban character. creation of views and further emphasise a »» Predominantly medium density formal character. »» Informal and rural character. development, up to 37dph. The most »» Direct relationship to new Copse Hill »» Generally informal and dispersed southern part of the character area Link and formal parkland (Monarch development parcels that are defined by (adjoining Pumphouse Lane) will Green). existing tree planting, attenuation areas comprise lower development, up to and Spring Brook. 30dph. »» Spring Walk provides the key space for the »» Development will comprise 2 storeys. character area and development providing a linear route and connection Copse Hill Link. This route will vary in character and fulfil a number of functions, including recreation, attenuation provision and biodiversity enhancement.
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Character Areas Location Plan
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5. Cur Green 6. Monarch Rise 7. Copse Hill
»» Suburban character. »» Formal character and spaces »» The character area comprises hillside development that is shaped by the »» The character area comprises a more »» The urban form comprises a strong grid topography and interspersed with high informal structure that is significantly structure that is occasionally interrupted quality new tree planting. It will reflect an permeated by green corridors and areas by formal areas of open space. informal and green character. for formal sport to the south west. This »» Long and straight streets will aid a will aid a green character with access to »» Informal urban structure that is continuous building frontage and long high quality areas of open space on the permeated by significant green corridors, distance views to Cur Green and Copse doorstep. areas of open space and planting. Hill character areas, aiding legibility and »» Streets are largely straight, allowing permeability. »» Lower and medium density development for views to green space and further up to 37dph. »» This grid structure of streets also provides enhancing a green character through a direct visual and physical relationship to »» Development will predominantly be 2 visual linkages. Copse Hill Link and Monarch Green. storeys, reflecting the hillside location of »» The character area comprises areas of the character area. Dwellings overlooking »» Higher density development up to 45 dph. lower and medium density development, Copse Hill link could incorporate up to 30 and 37dph. »» Development in the character area will be increased storey heights (up to 2.5 storeys) up to 3 storeys. to ensure a sense of enclosure along »» Development will comprise 2 – 2.5 Copse Hill Link. storeys. »» Strong physical and visual connection to Monarch Green Village.
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Key Open Spaces Location Plan
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5.11. SPACES AND PLACES
A new access will be 5.11.1. Cross lines, similar to the pattern of 5.11.5. The new parkland open space that runs required onto the A448 and many of the field boundaries over both north through the conceptual proposal will have a and south areas, are suggested as ‘Green public benefit: it will be seen from the road this will open new viewlines Links’. These should be in the public domain and it will be publically accessible land. to the west. The challenges and will have a role in the connectivity and opportunities to realise between the key or main green spaces within 5.11.6. The development sits back from many the Green Infrastructure network. of the boundaries behind a green edge that a sympathetic yet positive will further fit the scheme into the landscape. intervention exists as 5.11.2. The development proposals have been 5.11.7. The scheme will respond to the landform and vistas exist worked up to a conceptual Masterplan. At this stage a strategy for the distribution of advantages of the landform with its enclosing here as latent assets. the land uses has greater solidity and that is qualities. The relationship with the character reproduced in this LVA: the development of the landform will by sympathetic and Masterplan is still emerging, responding to the scheme, by following the contours and further studies across a range of area. orientation of the ground, the development will find a successful ‘fit’ with the ground.
5.11.3. The retention of the valuable and distinctive assets that exist on the site: the 5.11.8. Field structure and hedgerow lines trees and hedgerows, the views and the along with the small copses will act as linkage to both the town and the countryside character driving prompts for the scheme. have been has been set out as an important New planting will be appropriate to the strategy. countryside edge setting and will have a carefully selected native species make up
5.11.4. The site is today private land and that enriches habitats and biodiversity. The is crossed by on a few public routes: the enhanced value through linkage of green PRoW’s and lanes. The expansive views that network features: the hedgerows, water the site enables across the Vale landscape: features and swales, open spaces and new as far as the Cotswold Hills and Malvern woodland planting, will form an important Hills, have been carefully analysed and are aspect of the development Masterplan. recorded in this study. They are important assets for the development and the 5.11.9. The identified key viewlines that Masterplan is being shaped to ensure their currently run over farmland will sit within a retention so that they will still exist after the development framework that aims to place development and will able to be enjoyed by open areas along the vistas to retain the the public and the residents. distant views. The immediate setting will change but through these view corridors the countryside will be brought into to scheme.
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1 Copse Hill MONARCH GREEN 9 2 Copse Hill View
3 Monarch’s Green 10 1 A448 4 Spring Brook Walk
5 The School and Local 12 Centre
6 Tack Farm Hawthorn Pit Link
7 Foxlydiate Link
2 Hewell Lane 8 Lanehouse Allotments
10 9 Sports and Recreation 11 Grounds Foxlydiate Wood 10 3 Bartles Wood Link
9 11 Lanehouse Link 8 5 Bartles 12 A448 Planted Edge Wood Motel Foxlydiate 6 13 Paddock Wood Cur Lane 14 Holyoake’s Copse Hawthorn Pit Lanehouse Farm
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Springhill Farm Monarch’s Way
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Chapter 6: CONCLUSIONS MONARCH GREEN
6.1. CONCLUSIONS
This Development Delivery and Promotional document has set out a vision, accompanied by a set of strategies and principles for the development at Monarch Green. It has explained how the vision set out at the beginning of the document could be delivered; a summary of how the main vision objectives will be met is set out below;
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GENEROUS GREEN CONNECTED DISTINCTIVE A NEW GARDEN INFRASTRUCTURE NEIGHBOURHOOD
6.1.1. A landscape led approach 6.1.3. A comprehensive analysis 6.1.4. The proposals aspire to 6.1.5. A vibrant and cohesive has enabled the creation of a of movement linkages within create a strong sense of place new community will be masterplan that incorporates the site and surrounding area through the retention and created at Monarch Green. significant areas of open space ensures that the proposals celebration of existing site The proposals will provide a connected by a network of retain existing movement assets, alongside identification safe, enjoyable and desirable green corridors. These spaces connections, integrating of positive design elements new garden neighbourhood; have been inspired by existing them with new ones that within Redditch and its delivering a local centre that green and blue infrastructure respond to key desire lines. surrounding settlements. will provide a new landmark on site; the setting of which Moving around the site This has provided a strong space for the development and has been retained and and the surrounding area framework to inform the Webheath. The masterplan enhanced wherever possible. by bus, bike and on foot masterplan; explained by is based on best practice will be an attractive option the character generators and urban design and garden 6.1.2. A number of key spaces through the provision of safe legibility framework plan set city principles, incorporating have been established within and attractive linkages and out in section 5.11. This is a legible and permeable the masterplan, as set out in key facilities located within further re-enforced by the development structure that section 5.11. These spaces will walking distance. Convenient establishment of character locates key facilities on the provide a range of functions and direct connections to areas and key spaces to doorstep. and cater to a range of ages; employment, retail and demonstrate how a site specific promoting healthy, happy transport facilities in Redditch and distinctive character will living through opportunities town centre will be provided be achieved. for physical exercise, recreation via bus and bike. and local food growth.
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